The home
A three-bedroom apartment with a balcony. It’s in the George Hotel building in St Kilda, Melbourne, built circa 1880.
Who lives here
Owner Alex Halsey, when she visits Melbourne, and Gary Armstrong, a furniture restorer, visual merchandiser and co-proprietor of the Mister Ethel vintage stall at Waverley Antique Bazaar.
“The large artwork is by Miranda Skoczek and the French chair is Alex’s – it was sold to her as she wanted to leave it in its original condition,” says Gary. The rug is from Loom. Credit:Armelle Habib
What we did
“Alex double-glazed the windows and added large wooden shutters and hydronic heating,” says Gary.
Favourite room
“All the rooms have their own merit and lovely, changing light. Weather permitting, the balcony is a great place to sit.”
“I sit here as often as possible as it’s a fabulous viewing platform for an
evening sunset,” says Gary. The marble-topped table is from France. Credit:Armelle Habib
The ‘hood
“Port Phillip Bay is at the end of the street. It’s lovely for an evening stroll, and so good for my soul.”
The green cupboard is European and holds Alex’s sewing materials. The wire ship sculpture is by Vox Populi, from Scarlet Jones in Hawthorn East. Credit:Armelle Habib
Future plans
“To simply enjoy taking care of the apartment, and looking forward to the day when the butcher, the baker and the candlestick maker can be persuaded to return to the ′ hood.”
“The alabaster lamp was a treasured gift from Geoffrey Hatty 20 years ago,” says Gary. The wardrobe is from Zacher Antiques, the artwork from Tarlo & Graham.Credit:Armelle Habib
Best advice
“Purchase objects with a heart and a soul that have a story and a little history. Enjoy the hunt and be patient.”
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